Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn

Newburn Riverside, The Waterfront, Off Kingfisher Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 8NZ
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  • Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn, Newcastle upon Tyne
Co-op Childcare Newburn Nursery is a purpose-built nursery that has been designed to a high standard taking the needs of the children into account. There are three main rooms within the nursery split into the following age groups: six weeks to 18 months, 18 months - two-years-old and two to five-year-olds.

They are big on safety which is why ALL their staff are paediatric first aid trained. They have 5 Little Pioneers who help share their core values to children from encouraging them to be independent to expressing their feelings.

They are big on happy children and they have areas for growing food (and eating it), regular visits to local care homes and a focus on taking care of each other and the world. They hold the Green Flag Status Award, an internationally recognised award in a programme that sees children lead the world in making little changes that deliver big environmental differences.

They have a ParentZone app which keeps parents/carers informed about life at nursery from photos of their day, assessments, meals eaten and even toilet training progress!

Co-op Childcare Newburn have a sensory room which is a beautiful indoor garden that includes forest music and sensory materials that your child can use as tools for imaginative play.

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Care Provided by Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Clare Rice (Senior Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 19
  • Total Places for Children
  • 108
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn

  • (0-2) Full day £68.00 / Half Day £42.50
    (2-3) Full day £65.00 / Half Day £40.50
    (3-5) Full day £59.50 / Half Day £36.75

  • A range of flexible, ethical finance options available
    Short Days (8am-6pm) & School Days (9am-3pm) Offered

Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn Reviews (154)

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Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn has a Review Score of 9.0 (8.988) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn has 154 reviews.

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Review from L A (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one has been at the for 3 years now and he has progressed perfectly. The staff plan lots of stimulating activities which help his continued progression. The nursery is very welcoming and has a lovely atmosphere from when you first walk in the door. Space, resources and equipment are great
and rooms are set up to children's current interests. My little one loves being outside and free flow routine works great to suit his interests. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery and will be very sad when he has to leave for school.

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Review from Michelle (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has a heart condition and I was very wary of putting him into a nursery, but Newburn have made me feel at ease with that and he has thrived and grown from going there. He has come on leaps and bounds, and he loves going there. The staff are lovely and caring. I couldn't recommend them more.

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Review from Elizabeth (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I believe Newburn Nursery have a one to one relationship with the children. The members of staff are friendly which makes the atmosphere conducive for children to learn. Since my son started attending I have seen him grow in confidence, his words are coming on, sings songs and very interactive, social
and friendly with other children.

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Review from L L (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son loves his nursery he has made a great circle of friends and he really looks up to the team that works there. He often talks about his key workers and they are a real positive influence on him. My new son will also be attending the nursery.

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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son loves attending nursery. The activities and structures are fun, stimulating, educational and age appropriate. I always feel that my son is safe and secure at Newburn which is the most important factor in choosing a nursery. The hours available are excellent for fitting around my career.

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Review from Alannah (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are always willing to go the extra mile for the children and parents alike they always have the time to talk over anything that needs discussing. The surroundings are surprisingly perfect given the geographic location of the nursery but it's charming quaint and welcoming and it's a multi-sensory
environment always something new to look at. The children are encouraged to play and engage with a variety of things inside and out which I feel is vital for healthy development and the staff have been nothing short of perfect when dealing with my little one as he suffers terrible separation anxiety. I have never left him feeling worried or concerned because I know that he is in safe hands and is offered as many if not more cuddles to compensate me leaving!! Diets of all kinds are well catered for - could not find one fault with this nursery. Great staff great place.

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Review from Tracey (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery - all staff are very attentive and friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Brilliant facilities and the children always seem very happy. My little boy is coming on leaps and bounds since starting here last year.

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Review from Louise (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We love this nursery and our son has really come on especially since moving up to preschool. The structure of the day is good and the activities he does is varied and fun. The preschool staff are great and have lots of ideas for keeping the children engaged and interested. The outdoor space is brilliant
and it's great they have so much access to it. The only improvement is sometimes the book exchange, homework and wow vouchers get forgotten about and don't get updated but it's only a small thing.

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Review from Humaira R (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Little one settled very well quite quickly learned new things loved play time rhyme time started at age of 3 -4 years of age she used to be very happy about going nursery developed care and special bond with key worker, comfortable with toilet training, had very nice experience overall now my little
boy age 2 would soon start going there as well. Compared to other nurseries in town I would highly recommend this one

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Review from Kevin S (Great Uncle of Child) published on 13 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I really recommend this nursery, they have so much to offer the children. My nephew has developed in every way and enjoys his time at nursery and very happy to go.The staff are first class and very caring.

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Review from Paul G (Grandfather of Child) published on 13 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandson attends and is always happy to stay and always happy on exit. My grandson has been there for a few years and now that he is getting ready to start school, I think he will miss this place. He can hold a conversation and argue logically.

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Review from Barry S (Grandfather of Child) published on 13 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My granddaughter is thriving she is doing so well with her numbers and colours, she is also starting to write her name. The staff are always friendly and helpful and give good feedback in telling me what my granddaughter has been doing throughout her day at nursery.

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Review from Richard M (Uncle of Child) published on 13 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My nephew attends this nursery, he really enjoys going and loves to tell me all about. I've been in the nursery a few time staff are very friendly and helpful. The nursery has lots of space for children to play. I will definitely recommend this nursery to family and friends.

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Review from Michael S (Uncle of Child) published on 13 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy with the opportunities my niece has to explore and learn. My niece loves the messy activities and exploring in all weathers.
When I collect her the staff are very friendly and happy to help. My niece also loves to wear her uniform.

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Review from Clare S (Aunt of Child) published on 13 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely friendly staff who are always happy to help. My niece often comes home and talks about how much fun she has had and what she is going to do the next day.
She loves her reading books and really enjoys doing her homework. I sometimes collect from nursery and she doesn't want to come home.

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Review from Lee R (Father of Child) published on 13 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has attended this nursery since being 8 months and he loves it. He is now in preschool where the care and education is great, his learning is extending week on week and the activities he talks about arranging, great. The nursery is very welcoming, clean and inviting. The staff are lovely
and all children are very happy. I would definitely recommend this nursery and will be sorry to say goodbye when my child has to leave for school.

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Review from D L (Grandfather of Child) published on 13 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandson has been coming to the nursery for just over a year. During this year he has come on brilliantly. The facilities are excellent especially the outdoor area he loves playing out and the outdoor space they have is amazing. All the staff are so helpful and caring and feedback after the day
is great. My daughter definitely made a good choice choosing this nursery and I highly recommend it.

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Review from Sarah G (Aunt of Child) published on 10 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Will tell all my friends to put their children into this nursery. The staff are friendly and helpful. My niece loves going and tells me all about her day when I pick up. The nursery is always nice and clean.

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Review from Danielle H (Aunt of Child) published on 10 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant and friendly nursery always helpful. Staff do great work with the children in all areas of their development throughout each learning stage. Would recommend any of my friends to come to this nursery.

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Review from Laura (Aunt of Child) published on 10 February 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely big nursery with lots of space for children to play and explore, my nephew loves to play in the garden in the big sand pit. There are lots of activities my nephew take part in, he is always full of smiles coming into and out of nursery. Staff across the nursery of very friendly and welcoming.
I will definitely recommend this nursery.

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Current Review Score: 9.0 (8.988)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.0 (8.988) out of 10 for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 7 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.964 for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn is calculated as follows: ( (81 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 83 Ratings = 4.964

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.024 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn is based on 7 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.7

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 108 number of registered child places is 21.6. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 21.6 = 0.324

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Awards / Recognitions (14)

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2024

Recipient: Your Coop Little Pioneers

Date: Thursday 28 Mar 2024 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2023

Recipient: Your Coop Little Pioneers

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Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2022

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Date: Friday 29 Apr 2022 More details

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